&male; Gaius

What does Gaius mean?

Gaius as a boys' name is pronounced GIE-us. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Gaius is "happy". Probably the root of the word "gay", which used to mean "jolly". Also a biblical name, and the name of a Roman jurist in the second century. Caius is a variant that occurs in England.

Variations

How popular is Gaius?

Gaius is an uncommon given name for men. Gaius is also a unique last name for all people. (2000 U.S. DEMOGRAPHICS)

Which version is better?

Jay(#395 IN 2016), Caius(#1231), Cai(#1848), Kay and Kaye are the popular varying forms of Gaius (OUTSIDE TOP 2000) appearing in the Top 2000. These relations of Gaius were favored as baby names during the years 1960-1969 (USAGE OF 0.2%) and are now significantly less widespread (USAGE 0.1%, DOWN 75%), with versions such as Kay becoming somewhat dated. (2016 U.S. SSA RECORDS)